
A surprising and majestic visitor to Space Mountain at Magic Kingdom Park recently attracted the attention of Walt Disney World Resort fans online.
A Bald Eagle Claims Space Mountain
The sighting was first shared by Reddit user u/EtherOpus, who posted photos of a bald eagle atop the beloved Tomorrowland attraction:
Bald Eagle returns to WDW, claims Space Mountain as it’s territory
Bald Eagle returns to WDW, claims Space Mountain as it's territory
byu/EtherOpus inWaltDisneyWorld
The sight quickly attracted attention, with Disney Parks fans marveling at the rare opportunity to see the United States’ national bird at such an iconic Walt Disney World Resort landmark.
Disney Parks Fans Respond
The internet, as always, didn’t hold back, with fans turning the majestic moment into a mix of humor and speculation. One Redditor, u/WiggilyReturns, joked about the bird’s “official” role: “That’s a new interactive drone. For an extra $160 you can get your picture taken with him.”
Other fans took a more political spin. Referencing Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’s ongoing conflict with the Central Florida Disney parks, u/Turbulent_Tale6497 quipped, “In related news, DeSantis declares the Reedy Creek development an endangered habitat and threatens to close all Disney parks.” (Bald eagles haven’t actually been endangered since 2007.)
The sighting inspired some Disney Parks fans to share their encounters with bald eagles at Walt Disney World Resort. Reddit user u/amathysteightyseven recalled spotting another bald eagle during a boat ride between Disney Springs and Port Orleans Resort, describing it as “absolutely beautiful.”
“First day of our most recent trip. We walked down main street as the day started and the eagle soared right over us and flew down the street,” u/fcb1313 replied. “It was a goosebumps moment. Great way to start a great trip.”
Wildlife Meets Disney Magic
Walt Disney World Resort is home to an incredible variety of wildlife, thanks to its expansive landscapes and conservation practices. Bald eagles, in particular, are a relatively common sight in Central Florida and have even been known to nest near Disney property.
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